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This document outlines a lesson plan for teaching threat hunting in cybersecurity, emphasizing its proactive nature compared to penetration testing. It includes activities, definitions, and the importance of threat intelligence, TTPs, and automation in enhancing security measures. Additionally, a quiz is provided to assess understanding of the key concepts presented.

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This document outlines a lesson plan for teaching threat hunting in cybersecurity, emphasizing its proactive nature compared to penetration testing. It includes activities, definitions, and the importance of threat intelligence, TTPs, and automation in enhancing security measures. Additionally, a quiz is provided to assess understanding of the key concepts presented.

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MODULE 17/18

Threat Hunting (Net+)

Here's a possible slide deck for the lesson plan:

Slide 1: Title Slide

 Title: Introduction to Threat Hunting

 Subtitle: A Proactive Approach to Cybersecurity

 Your Name

 Date

Slide 2: Warm-up Activity

 Prompt: "Imagine someone is trying to find and fix vulnerabilities in their house before a burglar
attacks. How might this relate to cybersecurity?"

Slide 3: Threat Hunting vs. Penetration Testing

 Threat Hunting: Actively searching for hidden threats.

 Penetration Testing: Simulating attacks to identify vulnerabilities.

 Visual: A Venn diagram comparing and contrasting the two concepts.

Slide 4: Why Threat Hunting is Important

 Reactive vs. Proactive: Explain the shift from reactive to proactive security.

 Detecting Advanced Threats: Highlight the ability of threat hunting to uncover stealthy attacks.

 Leveraging Technology: Discuss the role of automation and AI in threat hunting.

Slide 5: Understanding Actor Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs)

 Definition: TTPs are the methods used by attackers to compromise systems.

 Examples: Phishing, malware, social engineering, etc.

 Visual: A diagram showing the kill chain, from initial reconnaissance to impact.

Slide 6: Threat Feeds

 Definition: External sources of threat intelligence.

 Examples: AlienVault OTX, FireEye Threat Intelligence, Recorded Future.

 Benefits: Early warning of emerging threats, threat actor insights, and best practices.

Slide 7: Intelligence Fusion

 Definition: Combining data from various sources to gain actionable insights.


 Process: Gathering data, analyzing data, identifying threats, and taking action.

 Example: Using SIEM logs, threat feeds, and network traffic analysis to detect a targeted attack.

Slide 8: Activity: Creating a Threat Profile

 Instructions:

o Analyze the provided threat feed data.

o Identify the attacker's TTPs.

o Develop a threat profile, including the attacker's goals, capabilities, and tactics.

o Propose detection and mitigation strategies.

Slide 9: Conclusion

 Recap Key Points: Summarize the main concepts of threat hunting.

 Encourage Further Learning: Suggest additional resources and certifications.

 Call to Action: Encourage students to stay curious and explore the evolving landscape of
cybersecurity.

Additional Tips:

 Use visuals like diagrams, charts, and infographics to enhance understanding.

 Incorporate real-world examples and case studies to make the content more engaging.

 Encourage student participation through questions and discussions.

 Use interactive tools (e.g., Kahoot!) for quizzes and assessments.

 Consider incorporating a hands-on lab activity, such as using a threat hunting platform or
analyzing security logs.

By following these guidelines, you can create a dynamic and informative presentation that will captivate
your students' interest in cybersecurity.

Quiz: Introduction to Threat Hunting

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the primary difference between threat hunting and penetration testing?

o a) Threat hunting is proactive, while penetration testing is reactive.


o b) Threat hunting focuses on external threats, while penetration testing focuses on
internal threats.

o c) Threat hunting is a manual process, while penetration testing is automated.

o d) Threat hunting is a reactive process, while penetration testing is proactive.

2. What are TTPs in the context of cybersecurity?

o a) Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (Correct)

o b) Tools, Techniques, and Procedures

o c) Threats, Targets, and Procedures

o d) Technology, Tactics, and Procedures

3. Which of the following is NOT a common threat hunting technique?

o a) Log analysis

o b) Network traffic analysis

o c) Vulnerability scanning (Correct)

o d) Endpoint detection and response

4. What is the role of threat intelligence in threat hunting?

o a) To identify potential threats and vulnerabilities. (Correct)

o b) To launch counterattacks against malicious actors.

o c) To patch system vulnerabilities.

o d) To train security analysts.

5. What is intelligence fusion in the context of threat hunting?

o a) Combining data from multiple sources to gain actionable insights. (Correct)

o b) Merging different security tools into a single platform.

o c) Sharing threat intelligence with other organizations.

o d) Creating a centralized repository of threat information.

6. Which of the following is a popular threat intelligence platform?

o a) AlienVault OTX (Correct)

o b) Microsoft Office

o c) Google Docs

o d) Adobe Acrobat
7. What is the primary goal of threat hunting?

o a) To identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities.

o b) To detect and respond to active attacks. (Correct)

o c) To prevent future attacks.

o d) To improve network performance.

8. How can threat hunting help organizations improve their security posture?

o a) By identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities before they are exploited.

o b) By detecting and responding to advanced threats.

o c) By improving incident response time.

o d) All of the above. (Correct)

9. What is the role of automation in threat hunting?

o a) To automate repetitive tasks, such as log analysis.

o b) To identify and prioritize high-risk alerts.

o c) To accelerate the threat hunting process.

o d) All of the above. (Correct)

10. What is the future of threat hunting?

 a) Increased automation and AI-powered tools.

 b) Greater integration with other security disciplines.

 c) A shift towards proactive defense strategies.

 d) All of the above. (Correct)

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